We all remember how Elon Musk raised everyone’s eyebrows by stating he believes we live in a simulation. With a perfectly straight face. And while for many, it may be hard to process the idea, scientists have backed up the belief in such a scenario, like the Oxford philosopher Nick Bostrom, who has a theory … Read more
Disclosing our secrets reduces stress and helps us come to terms with our behavior. So the fact that some of the most powerful people or institutions in many cultures encourage people to admit their transgressions is no coincidence. Nor is the huge number of followers behind the Twitter account ‘Fesshole.’ It enables people to anonymously … Read more
If you want to watch an organization mess up, you should pray for a whole bunch of bureaucratic mismanagement and an iron-clad adherence to protocol. When one internet user saw these two things brewing at her workplace, she did her best to apply the brakes to an expensive transaction. However, the employee couldn’t do it … Read more
The internet is full of wonderful communities—large and small—that brighten our day. In our opinion, one of the most fun online communities to follow is the ‘Weird (and Wonderful) Secondhand Finds That Just Need To Be Shared’ Facebook group. Created just over 6 years ago, in late 2016, the group is home to a jaw-dropping … Read more
With the average wedding in the United States costing a cool $33k, many people are opting to trim the fat and have more low-key celebrations. One couple was planning to do just that, and the bride’s sister-in-law had even agreed to make her wedding dress for free. When the wedding had to be postponed due … Read more
Having children is no easy task, and the responsibility that comes with it is huge. After all, you’re raising an entire human being. But as important as that role is, it’s pretty clear not everyone is cut out for it. You only need to spend about 15 minutes scrolling through online parenting communities to see … Read more
People on the internet love to shame others for their choices. Whether it’s tragic hairdos, crafts, or proposals, people love pointing out how tasteless others can be. It gives us a sense of superiority, of course, but there’s another element too. We might just be having some harmless fun and being silly. Architecture is no … Read more
It’s been said that you can choose your friends, but you can’t choose your family. This can make things tricky when it comes to in-laws you don’t always see eye to eye with. Love it or hate it, you’re most likely stuck with them, and the relationship, for life. One woman almost reached the end … Read more
No one likes being replaced at their job, especially if your substitute is a cheaper software grad while you have spent years working hard and earning yourself a name. Well, this is what happened to one experienced programmer, Redditor Oldman712, whose job was “to design and write software prototypes for individual high-value customers.” Then, one … Read more
Infertility can be one of the most devastating pieces of news a young couple can receive. Research shows that around 9% of men and 11% of women in the U.S. have experienced fertility problems. Couples cope with the news in different ways, and some even seek help from their siblings. But what this sister did … Read more